Duncan Smith
Question:33. Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Transport the total spent so far, as of September 2023, on the MetroLink project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42893/23]
View answerThursday, 5 October 2023
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As the Deputy is aware, the final budget for MetroLink will not be set until after the planning process and completion of tendering and procurement, with the Government having the final decision about whether to proceed to construction.
Between the start of 2018 and end-August 2023, a total of €123.5 million has been invested in MetroLink. During this time MetroLink has progressed from a design phase to the submission of a Railway Order in September 2022 and appointment of a Client Partner this summer.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area. Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a more detailed response. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.
A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Order 51